US
50-65 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A wildlife Lover's Dream.
I loved our Safaris. Our guide was great. Our budget tent accommodations were okay. You can't be a picky eater if you're going to stay full while in Kenya. We were offered a lot of beans and rice and vegetables. We saw the big five in our first day. I have to admit that the drive to and from Safaris where eye-opening experiences. The traffic is horrible and there is a lot of poverty to be seen. I wasn't prepared for that. We did have some rain while we are there. But for the most part it was dry and dusty. I've been called a bit of a whiner for not being ready for some of these conditions. It is truly something you need to consider before you go. But in the end, the Safari experience will be worth it.
AE
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
In the nature
The wildlife and landscape is great and beyond my expectation. Felt like staying more there and didn't feel like coming out from there.
US
Met many Kenya people who are not honest, always try to swindle money out of visitors
1.Wildlife is great.
2.No smog control on vehicles, therefore, air pollution is serious especially in big cities.
3. Met many Kenya people (people on street, Guide/ Driver, Park security) who are not honest, always try to fool you and swindle money or taking advantage of visitors. (Some women asked me to take ONE picture for them, then asked for US$20. Tour Guide said he has no money to buy me food/water after I had paid meals/water/tour to the tour company. Security at Masai Mara asked a tip of US$ 50 for a 5 minutes walk. etc.)--I have travelled many places around the world, and I have never met so many greedy people in one place!
US
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Review about South Africa by jamescastle
Kruger is the definitive game park and there are other game reserves within the country.
US
Amazing Safari - clearly exceeded our expectations!!
Although our trip was a mix of spending some time in Nairobi and other time on the safari, the safari experience in Kenya was simply amazing! This was a combination of excellent wild-life viewing (far beyond the big 5), one heck of a driver/guide, and really nice luxury accommodation arrangements. This I'm saying after already experiencing safari in Tanzania. I would say the highlight of the safari was Masai Mara where we got to see out of this world scenes due to the wildebeest migration going on and the Mara river crossings. On top of it, the weather was perfect in the month of August. Yes, some places in Masai Mara were rather crowded, but not to the point of spoiling the wildlife viewing experience.
Most of all, full marks to Wildebeest Safaris (Noah the coordinator, and Andrew our amazing driver).
SV
35-50 years of age | Experience level: first safari
Fantastic experience in Tanzania!
This company came to my rescue when another one cancelled my safari last minute. Paul Justine was very accommodating, and resourceful in organizing the safari tour in a couple of days! Communication was very clear and timely. Before and after, we were able to ask and get recommendations for other places to visit in Arusha. During the tour, our guide Julius was great! He knew the best spots to find all the animals we wanted to see. He was very respectful and friendly. We really loved our tour. We would recommend this company to anyone looking for a very professional company that gives a personalized service.
CA
They stole our money
We booked a 7 day safari with ISIA. We have received word that they have gone bankrupt and they are not being honest and returning our money. I have tried to contact the owner numerous times and no response. HAs anyone else heard from them or understands how to get money back?
US
20-35 years of age | Experience level: first safari
A fulfilled life long dream and a perfect adventure.
From start to finish, East Africa Wild provided a top notch experience. Alym was incredibly responsive, honest and informative when it came to the process of us building out our itinerary for our safari in Tanzania. There was nothing that didn't live up to the expectations we had for the safari. Our guide and driver, Nurdin, was amazing. He was very easy to get along with and was as accommodating as he could have been the entire time. He shared additional information about every animal/plant/landmark we saw and was happy to go into more detail when asked. We met other EAW drivers and guides along the way as well and they seemed as pleasant and greatful as Nurdin did. The places we stayed were world class and offered everything we knew they would. We would absolutely recommend East Africa Wild to any of our friends and family...and already have :) . Alym has build a great business and knows his space very well, also hiring great people to help move his safari operation further. Thanks for such a great honeymoon!
RU
20-35 years of age | Experience level: 2-5 safaris
Thank you were match! Our guide Richard
Many thanks!
We drove a group of tourists from 6 people, booked a safari for 4 days! Savannah, Lake Naivasha and Lake Nakuru. Everything was very good. Delicious food, cozy housing! Thank you very much to our Russian-speaking guide Richard! He always helped us, drove everywhere, showed everything! Many thanks!
ES
Profesional Dickson everything perfect , no problem at al
We have a wonderfull expetience , the car perfect , the guise leonard was professional amd he loves the animal and he knew all the places in the Parks .
Very recomendable and trusty